2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP) has 319 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Spyker C8 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Spyker C8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Honda | Spyker |
| Model | Jazz | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
